Who was Dr Leonard Cockayne?

🌿 Join us for an insightful seminar exploring the legacy of Dr. Leonard Cockayne, a renowned botanist and conservationist!

Dr. Cockayne's significant contributions to botany and his advocacy for the protection of New Zealand's natural heritage are well-known, yet his story is much richer. This seminar will feature insights from Trustees Dr. Carol West and Kathy Ombler, shedding light on Cockayne’s extensive body of work and impact.

📍 Location: Tāne Whakapiripiri, Ōtari Visitor Centre
💰 Admission: Gold coin donation
🆓 No booking required, just turn up!

This seminar is part of the Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush Trust’s annual series celebrating 100 years of native plants, conservation, and community, running from March to November.

Join us as we celebrate 100 years of Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush (1926-2026)!

📅 For more details: Event on Facebook